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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in distance learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning institutions have to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to understand these open education ventures. Lecturers want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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